71926 hr2
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
The discussion begins with concerns about government surveillance and privacy, centering on a credit card merchant category code created for firearm-related purchases. Hosts Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell argue that even if current officials choose not to enforce such tracking, future administrations could use the information to monitor lawful gun owners. They express concern that records of firearm purchases, training, range memberships, and related spending could be compiled into government databases, emphasizing that the existence of such laws or tracking mechanisms creates long-term...
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71926 hr1
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
The episode opens with hosts Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell chatting about the unusually hot weather and smoky conditions affecting much of the United States before recognizing July 19 as the birthday of Samuel Colt. That leads into an extended discussion of Colt’s contributions to firearms history, including his early percussion revolvers, the popular pocket models, and the evolution of loading mechanisms and cartridge firearms. Rob explains the origins of several historic firearm designs and patents, including the so-called “King’s Patent,” while the hosts reflect on how many...
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71226 hr2
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
The program centers on an extended interview with attorney Alan Beck following his successful argument before the U.S. Supreme Court in the Wolford case, which challenged Hawaii's restrictive concealed-carry laws. Beck explains that after the Supreme Court's Bruen decision expanded concealed carry rights, Hawaii and several other states responded by enacting laws that effectively made permits useless by designating most public locations as off-limits. A major focus of the case was Hawaii's so-called "vampire rule," which required concealed carriers to obtain affirmative permission before...
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71226 hr1
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
The episode opens with Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discussing creative home design, prompted by a conversation about a friend receiving an antique artillery-model Luger pistol. That leads into an extended discussion about designing concealed gun rooms and secure storage areas within a home. They explore ideas such as hidden safe rooms behind Murphy doors or disguised entrances, the advantages and shortcomings of commercial vault doors, structural security beyond simply installing a heavy door, emergency exits, ventilation, and balancing accessibility with secrecy. They also compare...
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70526 hr2
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
This episode of Eye on the Target Radio focuses on several current issues affecting gun owners, firearms regulation, and Second Amendment advocacy. The hosts Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell begin by discussing a provision in New York's 2027 state budget that requires 3D printers and other computer-controlled manufacturing equipment to include technology capable of detecting and blocking files used to produce firearms or firearm components. They argue that the legislation extends far beyond hobbyist 3D printers, potentially affecting CNC machines, industrial manufacturing equipment, and...
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70526 hr1
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
The episode opens with Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discussing recent developments affecting Second Amendment issues, beginning with lighthearted conversation before turning to major legal news. They explain that recent Supreme Court decisions, particularly the Wolford case and the marijuana-related ruling, are expected to have broad implications for firearms law, including potential revisions to federal firearm purchase forms and future court challenges. Looking ahead, they highlight the Supreme Court's decision to hear Grant v. Lamont, a challenge involving Connecticut's AR-15 ban,...
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62826 hr2
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
This episode of Eye on the Target Radio begins with Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell reflecting on the show's origins as a firearms call-in program and discussing Rob's long-standing interest in collecting and researching historic firearms. Rob shares stories from gun auctions, explaining how specialized knowledge and reference books can help collectors identify rare firearms and avoid costly mistakes. The conversation then shifts to national politics, where they discuss President Donald Trump's recent remarks supporting nationwide right-to-carry legislation. The hosts argue that...
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62826 hr1
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
This episode of Eye on the Target Radio focuses on several recent Second Amendment developments, particularly major U.S. Supreme Court decisions and their broader legal implications. Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discuss the Court's unanimous decision in the Hermani case involving marijuana users and firearm rights, arguing that the ruling reinforces constitutional protections while potentially undermining red flag laws by emphasizing due process before constitutional rights can be restricted. They also revisit the Bruen standard of evaluating firearm laws based on the nation's...
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62126 hr2
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
This episode of Eye on the Target Radio opens with Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discussing the Supreme Court’s decision in United States v. Rahimi and its implications for firearm ownership by marijuana users. Amanda argues that the ruling represents a significant constitutional development because it challenges the long-standing practice of broadly denying firearm rights to individuals based solely on marijuana use. The hosts discuss the practical difficulties of determining impairment, noting that alcohol intoxication can be measured in real time while marijuana testing often detects...
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62126 hr1
Eye on the Target - TARGETHING - Talking Guns
This episode of Eye on the Target Radio begins with Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discussing their experience at GunCon 2026 in Niles, Ohio. They describe the event as a well-organized gathering that combines media access, vendor demonstrations, VIP experiences, and public attendance. The hosts were impressed by the large turnout and the opportunity attendees had to interact directly with firearms industry personalities, content creators, and manufacturers. A major highlight was an appearance by Vivek Ramaswamy, who answered Second Amendment-related questions from attendees. Amanda and Rob...
info_outlineThe episode of Eye on the Target Radio opens with hosts Amanda Suffecool and Rob Campbell discussing their upcoming trip to the NRA Annual Meeting in Houston. They describe the event as a massive gathering featuring firearms, gear, training sessions, collectors’ exhibits, and industry personalities, noting its size, rotating locations, and importance within the Second Amendment community. They also highlight their involvement in the “Voices of the Second Amendment” media row, where numerous content creators will interview guests and produce live content.
The conversation shifts to legal and political developments surrounding gun rights. A major topic is the Department of Justice considering restoring firearm rights to nonviolent felons, provided they demonstrate rehabilitation and pose no public safety risk. The hosts frame this as a return to a pre-1990s process that had been defunded, while also discussing how marijuana-related convictions and upcoming court decisions could impact firearm eligibility. They emphasize internal changes within the DOJ, suggesting a divide between long-standing officials and newer leadership that may be more supportive of Second Amendment rights.
They also discuss ongoing court cases and legal battles, including challenges to machine gun regulations and conversion devices, highlighting the complexity and uncertainty in current firearm laws. Another key case involves Washington, D.C.’s ban on magazines over 10 rounds, where prosecutors declined to defend the law, potentially weakening its future and affecting whether the issue reaches the Supreme Court.
Throughout the episode, the hosts mix legal analysis with commentary on political shifts, Supreme Court influence, and federal agency leadership changes. They conclude by noting how evolving court decisions, legislation, and enforcement priorities could significantly reshape gun laws in the near future, while maintaining a conversational and often humorous tone.